Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth

This study looked at whether taking probiotic supplements alongside the antibiotic rifaximin helps people with SIBO feel better. 129 adults with bloating or constipation took either probiotics or a placebo for 3 months. The goal was to see if the combination reduced symptoms and …

This study looked at 208 children who had a procedure called balloon enteroscopy to find problems in the small intestine. Researchers compared two types—single-balloon and double-balloon—to see which one worked better and was safer. The goal was to help doctors choose the best me…

This pilot study tested an 8-week course of a multi-ingredient nutritional supplement (AV1PD1A) in 9 adults with hydrogen-dominant small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). The main goal was to see if the supplement was safe and tolerable. Participants took three capsules dai…

This study looked at whether a low FODMAP diet (LFD) can reduce stomach symptoms and improve nutrition in people with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). 51 adults who had finished antibiotic treatment were split into two groups: one followed the LFD, the other ate norm…

This study looked at 42 adults with both H. pylori infection and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). Researchers used advanced DNA and chemical tests on stool samples to map the types of gut bacteria and their byproducts. The goal was to better understand how these two …

This study looked at how gastric bypass surgery changes the bacteria in the small intestine. Researchers measured hydrogen in the breath of 51 severely obese patients before surgery and at several points up to 2 years after. The goal was to find out how often bacterial overgrowth…

This completed observational study collected over 3,700 PillCam SB3 capsule endoscopy videos from standard care procedures. The goal was to build a large database of images showing both normal and diseased small intestine tissue. Researchers will use this data to develop and vali…